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Who has been selected for the Ashes Australian team

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Brendan Doggett is set for his Ashes Test debut, joining a fast bowling lineup with Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland. Michael Neser is added to the squad due to Josh Hazlewood's injury. Cam Green returns as all-rounder, with Bo Webster and Jake Weatherald in contention for batting spots. The final lineup remains unsettled, with selection decisions pending.

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Lightning halts Ashes training session in Perth

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  • Lightning in the Perth area forced players and media indoors for half an hour during main Ashes training.
  • After the delay, focus shifted to which bowlers would be selected for the opening Test, with Mitchell Starc, Brendan Doggett, and Michael Neser in contention. 14s
  • Jake Wetherald was tested by fast bowlers in the nets as he prepares for a possible opening batting role. 32s
  • The pitch at Perth Stadium is very green, drawing attention ahead of the match, and tradition of pace and bounce is expected to continue. 58s
  • Rain is forecast for days two, three, and four of the Test, with the Ashes series set to begin on Friday. 1m 40s
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Lightning halts Ashes training session in Perth
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Lightning halts Ashes training session in Perth

Scotty Boland, Brendan Doggett, and Michael Neser are in contention for the bowling lineup, with Mitchell Starc likely to open. Jake Wetherald is preparing for a potential opening batting role.

Brendan Doggett set for Ashes debut in first Test showdown
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Brendan Doggett set for Ashes debut in first Test showdown

Doggett joins a depleted Australian fast bowling lineup behind Mitch Starc and Scott Boland, with Cam Green set to return as test all-rounder. Bo Webster's selection may depend on Green's fitness.

Peter Siddle backs Beau Webster for Ashes opener
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Peter Siddle backs Beau Webster for Ashes opener

Australia's top six batting line-up remains undecided, with one spot available for Bo Webster and Jake Weatherald. Brendan Doggett is a contender for a Test debut.

Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes opener in Perth
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Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes opener in Perth

Michael Neeser has been added to the squad, and a test debut is likely for Brendan Doggett. Cam Green returns to bowling and is comfortable batting at number three or four.

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